Adams Elementary vs California Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Elementary
Costa Mesa · Public elementary · Grades K–6
321 students
California Elementary
Costa Mesa · Public elementary · Grades K–6
373 students
| Measure | Adams Elementary Costa Mesa, California | California Elementary Costa Mesa, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1674 of 5,693 | #903 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #22116 of 50,301 | #12335 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 321 | 373 |
| Enrollment | 321 | 373 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.8% | 41.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 63% |
| city | Costa Mesa | Costa Mesa |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •California Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.5 vs 54.3).
- •California Elementary does better on math proficiency (63% vs 50%).
- •California Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 59%).
- •California Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.3% vs 73.8%).
- •Adams Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 17.8).
- •California Elementary is the larger school with 373 students compared with 321.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Adams Elementary better than California Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), California Elementary ranks higher (68.5 vs 54.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Adams Elementary and California Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Costa Mesa and Costa Mesa in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Elementary: 321. California Elementary: 373. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Elementary and California Elementary rank in California?
Adams Elementary is 1674th of 5,693 and California Elementary is 903rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).